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Red Raspberry Leaf

I was complaining to a friend last night about my monthly cramps. She suggested raspberry leaf tea, explaining that it helped ease her PMS symptoms. So I thought I’d do a little research and learn more about this herbal remedy. Red raspberry (known to the science types as rubus idaeus) is most often used medicinally as a tea. Both the leaves and the fruit can be used in making a tea; just pour a cup of boiling water over a quarter cup of fresh plant material or two teaspoons of dried plant material. Let it steep for five minutes, then … Continue reading →

Women’s Fitness: It’s That Time of the Month

Hey ladies, you know what time I’m talking about and you know how it can leave you feeling discombobulated and uncomfortable. Over the years, it’s been my experience that when you have cramps, bloating and other discomfort – working out is not necessarily high on your list. So let’s talk about that for a few minutes – first and foremost, if you are that uncomfortable – skipping your workout or reducing the intensity of it is not a bad plan. Regular Exercise Can Help Though If you exercise regularly, however, maintaining a regular exercise routine 3 to 5 times a … Continue reading →

Aromatherapy for Menstrual Cramps

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Did you know that physical and emotional stress can actually make menstrual cramps worse? As if they aren’t bad enough already, right? Staying stress-free is only part of the equation for easing the painful uterine muscle cramps that may accompany your monthly period. Here are some tips to relieve the pain of menstrual cramps naturally! Make a massage oil that contains natural muscle relaxers like chamomile, ginger, lavender, marjoram, or melissa (lemon balm). Mix 2-3 drops of the essential oils of your choice into an ounce of carrier oil like jojoba or sweet almond. Rub the mixture gently over the … Continue reading →